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If you enjoy reading faith-based stories in wholesome small towns where God turns messes into miracles, then you’ll love The Redemption in Green Pines series. Adventure’s Invitation begins with Holly in Peritville, Indiana with her family. Heartbroken by a tragedy that rocks her carefully laid plans, God gives Holly the opportunity for a new adventure outside of her comfort zone. Will she choose to stay close to her family or trust that her Heavenly Father’s plans will lead to new friends, a new purpose, and perhaps, a new love? Meet Jace and Simone. Four children and two full-time ...

Families stick together. That’s what they do. It’s no secret that Holly has a crush on Mitch, her older brother’s best friend. A church mission trip offers the chance to add adventure to summer vacation, and the added bonus to finally date the young man of her dreams. But early into the mission, a senseless tragedy rocks Holly’s carefully laid plans. Now she faces a future that’s bleaker than she ever could have imagined. Although members of her community blame her for the incident, it’s the support of her family that helps her through the rough times. When God gives Holly the ...

Have you heard the words Christian, Christ follower, or “personal relationship with Christ” and wonder what they mean? Are you a new believer but aren’t sure what’s next after praying the sinner’s prayer?Life can be hard. There are no guarantees that the path you walk will be free from trouble, heartache, or problems. Jesus wants to be there for the “tough stuff,” but more importantly, He wants to be your Friend every day. He longs for a relationship with you. He wants to show you how much He loves you. This devotional is broken down into 32 short but impactful days of ...

Sometimes silence speaks louder than words. Wynn and her best friend Addie have been inseparable since first meeting in kindergarten. They share mutual activities, friends, and even the same employer in their small midwestern town. Behind closed doors, their lives could not be more different. Zane has loved Wynn for four years. He has no way of knowing the circumstances that put her off from the idea of ever having a boyfriend, much less getting married. When Zane goes looking for answers, his discovery about Wynn’s secrets reveals more than he ever wanted to know. When a trusted mentor ...

How do you know if you’ve ever heard God’s still small voice? Do you want to study the Bible but don’t know where to begin? The closer I grew in my relationship with Him, the more I wanted to learn about why He does what He does. What I’ve found is the more I seek to understand my Father, the more He reveals about Himself. As I learn what He wants to show me, my desire grows stronger to discover more of His heart. I challenge you to try it. Join me on this adventure and after we’re done, I pray you will in turn be excited to talk to God about the questions you have, and discover ...

Families stick together. That’s what families do. In the touching conclusion to the heartwarming “Redemption of Green Pines” series, Shawn and Annie have recently moved to Green Pines to be closer to his sister, Holly and her husband, Jace. New community. New job. New church. Shawn feels optimistic about the open doors God has given their family, even if the new position of superintendent feels a little out of his league. As Shawn embraces his new adventure, little does he know he will soon be called upon to save not only family and friends, but also those in the school he has ...

If you enjoy reading faith-based stories in wholesome small towns where God turns messes into miracles, then you’ll love the Redemption in Green Pines series. Continue your friendship with characters you've grown to love and meet new ones in the last three books of this six-book series. Sometimes silence speaks louder than words. Wynn and her best friend Addie have been inseparable since first meeting in kindergarten. Zane has loved Wynn for four years. He has no way of knowing the circumstances that put her off from the idea of ever having a boyfriend, much less getting married. When a ...

When you envisioned being a parent, did it involve juggling a career, household duties, and extracurricular activities? Or, did you imagine being a stay-at-home parent who excels at growing a garden and keeping the budget balanced? Regardless of what type of parent you dreamed of being, I think we can all agree that when done right, parenthood is one of the most challenging, but rewarding jobs we’ll ever undertake. It takes skills to balance our time and finances alongside the needs of multiple children and household responsibilities. Our mission is to raise children who are self-...

Does parenting leave you filled with excitement, or dread? Parenting can be an opportunity filled with laugher and chances to build positive memories - both for yourself and your children. It’s a time to cherish the ones that God loaned to you for a little while, to help guide them in the direction God has planned for them and to be their friend throughout adulthood as you hold them tightly in your hearts forever. Please join me while I encourage, challenge (just a little), and help you remember all the fun that parenting can be while reminding you it’s not a solitary assignment. ...

For me, the more I get to know my Heavenly Father, the more I want to know Him. Some seasons are full of joy, relatively calm with lots of opportunities to learn what He wants to teach me. Other seasons are downright hard – either because of His silence or because I’m facing challenges that will help me gain the maturity needed for the next season. And still others may be full of doubt and questioning – times for me to spend hours in conversation with God, never satisfied until I get the answers I need, not necessarily the ones I want. Wherever you are on in your growth, may our ...

We all face crossroads in life. Sometimes we feel God is leading us in a new direction. It can be exciting, but it can also be scary when we're filled with doubt, unbelief, or fear. Whatever you are facing right now, know that you have a choice. You can either walk forward with faith in your Heavenly Father and His promise to protect His children, or you can hold back in fear. Join me on my journey as I offer encouragement to those who are struggling to take the first step, those who have been walking for awhile, or those who are ready to give up. I can't wait to connect with you on a heart...

The course of a second chance at happily-ever-after never did run smooth. Jace navigates life as a widower in the shadow of his failure as a husband. It’s hard to forgive yourself when your church family blames you for something they assume you’ve done. When Jace sees a chance to redeem his past, he accepts despite the rumors surrounding his wife’s death. Holly has never settled when it comes to her dating life. A relationship with Jace won’t be easy. The youth pastor is a package deal with young children who are still grieving their mother. Tongues wag in the community about the ...

Everyone knows that Ariana does not get rejected. Used to getting her own way, Ariana grew up having her daddy wrapped around her little finger—and he still is. As an adult, she goes through life expecting that all men will give into her whims. When the one man she sets her sights on won’t give her the time of day, Ariana is truly baffled. Matt avoids Ariana whenever possible. The young woman has no way of knowing that she reminds Matt of his mother and the heartbreaking memories that he worked hard to bury. If Matt has his way, there won’t ever be a reason to discuss the issue. But ...

Join your favorite community of Green Pines in seven, never-before-published short stories. Delve deeper into your favorite characters' lives as they celebrate some of their favorite holidays throughout the year. A LABOR DAY FAREWELL Shawn and Mitch left for their first year in college, but Holly’s been left behind. Without her parents’ approval to start officially dating Mitch, what will their last Labor Day look like before they all start a new chapter? A THANKSGIVING TO FORGET Have you wondered what life was like for Jace and Simone as newlyweds? Step into their first Thanksgiving as...

Life isn’t always as it seems, as you know. Jace and Simone said, “I do,” but they never could have predicted where life would take them a decade later. Four children and two full-time careers are the perfect chemistry for chaotic schedules that wreak havoc on the couple’s marriage. Ten years ago, the couple believed their deep love for God and shared interests and activities were all they needed to build a faith-based union. As Jace continued serving as a youth minister, Simone dedicated her life to their children and her teaching career. The fast-paced lifestyle weighs heavy on ...

What’s your definition of Joy? What’s your definition of fun? What does it mean to be JOYful? Fun is more of an experience whereas JOY is a lifestyle. JOY is a choice and becomes part of your character while fun is captured for a moment, enjoyed and then needs to be caught again. Join me as I share how God began teaching me the difference between JOY and fun. When you can learn to live surrounded by God’s JOY, it lasts a lifetime. This devotional is broken down into 32 short but impactful days of Scripture and encouragement. It's a great study to supplement your daily Bible reading or...

God created each one of us to crave relationships. The first relationship He longs for us to choose is with Him. Our Heavenly Father realizes life is full of emotional changes – from wonderful blessings to complete heartache and everything in between. He never asked us to handle any of it alone. He promises to walk with us through all circumstances and provide the answers we need. God is a gentleman, though, and won’t force Himself into our lives. He offered the gift of eternal life because of His Son’s sacrifice and waits for us to receive it. In addition, He knows the strength that ...

Cancer. It is a word no one wants to hear when sitting in a doctor’s office or from a loved one during a phone conversation. It is a word so prevalent in our society today. I don’t think there is anyone who has not been personally touched by this word, this disease, this diagnosis. This book is not a “how-to” guide regarding cancer. You won’t find resources for the best doctors, the latest research, diet/nutrition, or even statistics about outcomes regarding the specific type of cancer that has entered your world. Instead, this book offers the comfort of 11 different men and women...

Marriage joins two imperfect people who pledge to love, honor, and commit to each other for life. Eleven couples graciously chose to share their stories within the pages of this book because they believe in the sanctity of marriage. None of the couples are perfect, but they come alongside you and your spouse with experience and encouragement as you pray about how to live out your own marriage. Some of the couples work in full-time ministry, others have chosen the military as their career. Some couples have faced the issue of infertility while others have had to deal with sickness or death. ...

Trust. Faith. Joy. These are words we should use to describe the adventures God sends us on, even when those adventures lead us into difficult circumstances. What we know as Bible truths often turn into life lessons, and they challenge us to reconsider our mindset. God invited me on a journey from fear to faith. What I thought would be a quick trip turned into years of teaching me valuable life lessons that prepared me to fulfill His purpose for my life. I invite you to join me as I share with you the truths my Heavenly Father taught me on this journey because sometimes the journey itself ...